Burkina Faso, Mossi Yatenga Fetish Figures

A male and female, carved wood, inlaid eyes, incised decoration, the female with bead jewelry and burlap garment. Both mounted on steel plates.

Male 21.75 in.; Female 22.5 in.

Single Owner Collection of a Southern Gentleman

Female's left arm detached and repaired; both with insect damage and chips.